What is it about?
King Abdullah's emphasis on reforms in the kingdom's political, educational and religious institutions led to significant improvement in various spheres, especially education and condition of women but his legacy remained limited as reforms were constrained by political ineffectiveness.
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Why is it important?
It assesses internal developments in Saudi Arabia, a strong regional player in the Gulf and a powerhouse in global oil politics.
Perspectives
Should be of immense interest for readers who are looking for reforms in Saudi Arabia!
Dr. Md. Muddassir Quamar
Jawaharlal Nehru University
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This page is a summary of: More effective as regent than as monarch: Abdullah’s reform legacy, Contemporary Arab Affairs, July 2016, University of California Press,
DOI: 10.1080/17550912.2016.1189108.
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